For those that have them, a musical instrument is one of the most valuable things in their home. When it’s time to move then, you’ll want to keep them safe. Most forms of instrument are fragile, or have fragile parts. Here are tips on how to keep these precious items playing the sweet notes they […]
Category Archives for Man and van
From one living room to another, moving a television
Sep
25
25
For many houses the centre piece of the living room is the television. TV’s have gotten much more advanced than just catching signals from radio masts. A TV these days can connect to the internet, show films in 4K resolution and thousands of colours, and be as thin as a pound coin. Of course TV’s […]
Why cardboard is the gold standard of packaging
Sep
14
14
When seeing packing tutorials there is one constant no matter what you are transporting. This is of course the cardboard box. But why is the humble box made out of slightly stronger paper the best choice for transporting? There are other options: wood, plastic, even metal. Yet, cardboard beats them all in nearly every category, […]
The importance of walk around checks
Sep
7
7
As a van driver you have a highly practical machine that doesn’t get the same level of checks as an HGV. However, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t take car to make sure your van is in top condition. Making sure your van is suitable for work and long journeys should be a priority. This helps […]
Improving security on your van
Sep
6
6
There are more vans on the road than ever, offering practicality between cars and HGV’s. As a transporter a van is your primary tool as well as your commuting vehicle. However, as vans get more popular and the need from consumers rises the more they can be targeted by criminals. With this in mind it […]
Helping with the stress of moving
Sep
5
5
We know that moving house can be a stressful and time consuming effort. Delivery Quote Compare offers a service that removes a lot of the issues when it comes to finding quotes from removal companies across the UK. We also have blog articles on multiple ways to plan and carry out transportation jobs. However stress […]
Office moves, simple tips for the big move
Aug
28
28
Your business is growing well, the work is flying in and you’re expanding. However the space you’re in isn’t good enough anymore. You need more office space or maybe you need to move closer to potential partners/customers. Moving is required but moving an office is more involved than moving house. These simple tips are important […]
Understanding the cost of transportation
Aug
27
27
When listing an item, vehicle or general moves its difficult to understand the transport costs associated with your listing. Sometimes you may think it’s a great quote but on others wonder why is higher than you expected. So before buying your antique bureau for a bargain price on eBay consider how much it’ll cost to […]
Cost of Vehicle fuel W/E 17/08/2018
Aug
20
20
The cost of vehicle fuel fluctuates regularly, unfortunately it seems to go up more than down. The transporters placing bids on www.deliveryquotecompare.com are impacted by the cost of vehicle fuel directly affecting the cost per mile for collections and deliveries. Average Fuel Prices Petrol 129.9 Pence Per Litre (up 0.3p since last week) […]
Moving a shed, How to make it easy
Aug
20
20
Every garden needs a shed. It’s a simple rule really. You need a place to put your garden tools because they’ll only clutter up the house. However, moving house presents a unique problem. What if the new place doesn’t have one for you to use? Well, you can buy a new one but they’re expensive […]